Last updated: April 12, 2018 13:54

When will the Alpha/Beta be released?

We can't give exact dates right now.

The Alpha will be released around June 2018

The Beta will be released a few months after that.

Last updated: March 22, 2018 10:59

Will there be a DRM-free copy?

Many of you have asked for a DRM-free copy. So we're going to submit the game to both Steam and GOG. We'll provide everyone a key to Steam. We'll distribute GOG keys (or equivalent) to anyone who requests one.

Last updated: March 30, 2018 07:12

What about extra copies of Starmancer?

Extra copies of the game will be distributed with the $15 tier. Extra copies do not include Alpha or Beta access.

These extra copies will be distributed through Steam. If you choose, we'll give you a DRM free key for each extra copy as well (probably through GOG).

Last updated: February 15, 2018 06:35

What platforms will the Alpha / Beta be for?

The Alpha/Beta will be available on all platforms (PC, Mac, Linux). Part of the reason for our testing is to ensure that the game will work on all platforms.

Last updated: February 13, 2018 12:34

Will Starmancer be on Steam?

Yes. We'll be submitting it to Steam. If it's not accepted (unlikely) we'll seek other platforms.

Last updated: February 12, 2018 13:58

What platforms will Starmancer be on?

We'll release on PC, Mac, and Linux. We have no plans for other platforms at this time. Eventually (a long time from now) we might port to another system.

The Alpha and Beta will be available for all platforms.

Last updated: February 13, 2018 12:33

What languages will Starmancer support?

We're not sure.

We'll have all (or most) of the text in the game available for translation. The community will be able to help us translate.

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